Meet Our Team
William Troutman
Co-Founder, CEO
William founded Certainty Home Inspections in 2005 with the help of his wife, Sherri. Since then, he has consistently led the industry, introducing new technology into the local market, coaching over 400 home inspection companies nationwide, and providing continuing education classes for licensed real estate professionals.
Today, William’s primary role is to oversee the inspector team for quality assurance, but he still inspects regularly because he enjoys meeting our clients face to face. William also provides HUD housing structural engineer certifications and is an ASTM Commercial Property Inspector.
William is a father of three & a Pa of four grandkids. On the weekends, he enjoys playing music, boating or motorcycle riding with Sherri, family & friends.
RTP000493
IN LIC # HI00500239
Mold IAC2-00-8403
Certifications: Licensed Master Inspector, Licensed Termite Inspector, Certified IAC2 Mold Inspector, Certified CE Instructor, InterNACHI CPI Certification Seal Certified Thermographer
Sherri Troutman
Co-Founder, CFO
Sherri helped William establish Certainty Home Inspections in 2005 and quickly stepped in to take responsibility for the office side of the business. With her coaching experience, she has helped hundreds of other inspection companies master their marketing and scheduling, and has built Certainty’s office staff to the professional powerhouse they are today. Sherri is currently involved in all aspects of the business from accounts payable and tax preparation to marketing, planning, licensing, coaching and scheduling.
Sherri is the mother of three children, all of whom have worked at Certainty, and a grandmother of four. She grew up on site laying brick with her father in their family business. Bricking such jobs as the Greentree Mall, Jeffersonville high school & Madison high school.
Chris Floyd
Home Inspector
As a dedicated father and true people person, Chris has a passion for providing his customers with incredible detail and loves to educate them about their home. Chris is a 11-year veteran with Certainty Home Inspections and holds the highest credentials. Being a Certified Master Inspector, he provides Coaching and Training for home inspectors all across the region. Licensed in both IN and KY for Home Inspections, he also is a licensed Termite and Wood Destroying Organism Inspector, radon testing and provides HUD Housing Structural Engineer Certifications.
IN LIC # HI01400032
KY LIC #102897
Radon LIC # RTS01091
Certifications: Certified Master Inspector, Certified Thermal Imaging, IAC2 Certified Indoor Air Technician, IAC2 Mold Certified, Licensed Radon Technician, Licensed Termite and Wood Destroying Organism Inspector, Commercial Property Assessor, HUD Housing Structural Engineer Certifications
Austin Haag
Home Inspector
Austin loves the adventure of inspecting homes. He helps home buyers and sellers by providing unmatched customer service and attention to detail. As a 4-year veteran with our family business, Austin has become a part of our family. His friendliness and calm, approachable demeanor make him an excellent inspector, constantly receiving glowing five-star reviews. Austin is a Louisville, KY native, and he loves spending time with his family. Fishing and music concerts are his favorite past times.
KY LIC# 260208
IN LIC# HI02000092
Certifications: Licensed Home Inspector in both Indiana & Kentucky, Licensed Termite and Wood Destroying Organism Inspector for both Indiana & Kentucky, Certified Thermal Imaging
Elena Silliman
Marketing Director, Event Coordinator
William and Sherri have known Elena since she was a little girl. Her father used to play music with William, and she grew up playing with our girls. This lady comes to us as an event coordinator and is full of fun and excitement. She loves to meet new people and is known by many of our agents. If you are an agent and need to schedule a lunch and learn class, an event, an open house or a sponsorship, Elena is the one to ask for.
Her positivity keeps the Certainty team smiling on a daily basis because this lady is always in a happy mood. Elena has proven to be a valuable asset to our Certainty team.
